Assistant Project Manager - Regional

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Our Public Safety and Subsidence team play a vital role in protecting communities from the impact of past coal mining. We manage hazards and subsidence claims through investigation, treatment and remediation helping to keep people and property safe.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you’ll support the delivery of this work from start to finish.

You’ll be involved in a wide range of projects, from responding to mine shaft collapses and shallow workings, to investigating fissures and hazards linked to mine gas.

In this role, you will:

It’s a varied role where no two days are the same – combining site experience with project coordination and stakeholder engagement.

This role primarily covers the Yorkshire and North West regions, with occasional travel to support other areas.

To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description.

Role location: Homeworker - Regional Coverage of Yorkshire and the North-west

Schedule:

Application closing date: 5th July 2026

Sifting date: 6th July 2026

Interviews: w/c 13th July 2026

(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware, and we will look at alternative dates)

Security:

Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.

Why join us?

Make a real difference with flexibility, long‑term security and support for life outside work.

At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.

• Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
• Financial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
• Time to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
• Support through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
• Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits

Find out more about our full range of benefits and what it’s like to work with us here Life page

About us

At the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.

Why this matters

You’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business Plan

Inclusion matters to us

We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.

If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] or call 01623 637000 we’re here to support you.